Online directory service Truecaller has launched an Android messaging app called Truemessenger which claims to have an automated spam filter, for the Indian market. Truecaller said that it would roll this app out globally in the near future. Truecaller has also tied with EDM artist Avicii to create a message alert tone and soundtrack. Needs to be set as default messaging app Truemessenger will essentially do what Truecaller does for phone calls, it will identify the sender of the SMS through its claimed 150 million wide user base, especially for contacts outside a user’s phone book. However, it first needs to be set as the default messaging app in order to block spam and unsolicited messages. For Medianama's question about whether SMS sent through the Truemessenger app is charged or is free, the company said that standard SMS charges would apply on sending an SMS. It also added that the app would require a 3G/WiFi connection to detect unknown contacts. Truemessenger is designed as an SMS app to replace the standard messaging app on your smartphone, with an automated spam filter. The app requires a 3G or WiFi connection in your phone to identify unknown contacts and thereby protecting you from unknown or spam messages. Standard SMS charges apply as per the telecom service provider guidelines. Note that the app requires read and edit permissions of your SMSs other than receiving and sending SMSs. It can also read and modify contacts among other things. It will auto detect spam numbers and send…
